Jamie M. Meeks, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN

Description:

This presentation delves into the critical role nutrition plays in the recovery and rehabilitation of football injuries. It will explore nutrient-dense foods and strategic dietary plans designed to support healing, reduce inflammation, and enhance recovery timelines. Attendees will gain insights into vitamins and minerals essential for tissue repair, as well as the importance of hydration and protein intake. This comprehensive guide aims to equip coaches, athletes, and healthcare professionals with practical nutrition strategies to optimize recovery and get players back on the field faster.

The audience will learn how to:

1. Explain the role of nutrition in injury prevention and recovery in football players.
2. Identify the key nutrients needed to support musculoskeletal health and injury recovery.
3. Demonstrate strategies for using nutrition to manage pain and inflammation.
4. Gain knowledge of supplements for injury management and recovery.
5. Develop practical strategies for implementing a nutritional game plan for injury prevention and management.

1 Credit Hour as Approved by Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)

1 Credit Hour as Approved by the Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers (BOC) 

Complete the Quiz with 70% pass rate and the certificate will be emailed to you.